Pfizer prizes leadership. They say they are guided by leader behaviors. Below is what they tell their employees about this core value:
Out of our values has grown an effort to redefine and promote leadership at Pfizer in new ways. Leadership is not an end state at which one arrives-either as an individual or as a company. It must be earned every day. It must become an ongoing way of thinking, behaving and performing, regardless of level or position. At Pfizer, it is a mandate for the many, not a select few.
How do we define leadership at Pfizer? We have identified six areas of behavior and attitudes that successful leaders embody. The leader behaviors serve as a guide for personal action as we work together to achieve business goals and build an even more vibrant, open and successful culture:
Sustain Focus on Performance
Leaders sustain a focus on performance by setting the right priorities, adhering to high standards, being strategically opportunistic and focusing on their customers.
Create an Inclusive Environment
Leaders create an inclusive environment by being open to new ideas, seeking always to include colleagues and ensuring that all managers do the same.
Encourage Open Discussion and Debate
Leaders listen actively, encourage contribution, accept criticism, skillfully manage meetings and discussions and communicate effectively.
Manage Change
Leaders manage change by anticipating strategically, taking initiative and planning for better ways to operate. They empower people to act, train change agents and seek better priorities.
Develop People
Leaders develop people in many ways. They practice helpful feedback, listen skillfully, plan for development and serve as coach and mentor.
Align Across Pfizer
Leaders contribute to helping the company as a whole, communicate and collaborate with other Pfizer groups and utilize and support our governance system.
